… Agriculture Conference on campus June 11-12 Together, education and agriculture can invest in a brighter future. South Dakota State University and Ground Works Connect are partnering to host the second annual South Dakota Education and Agriculture Conference on June 11-12 at the Raven Precision Agriculture Center on campus. Organizers plan to bring together the … middle and high school classrooms. Participants will be eligible for one to two graduate credits or 1.7 continuing education units after full participation in the conference and completion of post-conference activities. Registration is $50 for both days and $30 for one day attendance. The registration deadline is May 20. Educators may be eligible for a … Discovery Center and/or travel reimbursement from the South Dakota Soil Health Coalition if they attend the session on soil health and submit a reflection. Find more information and register for the conference online. Learn more about Ground Works Connect. Academics May. 1, 12:20 PM Jill Fier … Together, education and agriculture can invest in a brighter …
… and Agriculture Conference Join us for the Education and Agriculture Conference on June 11-12, 2024. The second annual South Dakota Education and Agriculture Conference will bring together our state's brightest, most innovative teachers and agricultural leaders, and we want to make sure your voice is at the table. Join us for two engaging, interactive days as … Raven Precision Agriculture Center at South Dakota State University. Participants will be eligible for 1-2 graduate credits or 1.7 CEUs after full participation in the conference and completion of post-conference activities. Registration is $50 for both days and $30 for one day attendance. Educators may be eligible for a stipend from the South Dakota Discovery Center and/or travel reimbursement from the South Dakota Soil Health Coalition if they attend the session on soil health …
… professional staff at South Dakota State University have been honored for their quality work. The recipients were honored at the SDSU Professional Staff Advisory Council annual meeting in mid-May. Malynda Mabbitt, a learning designer for Instructional Design Services, was given the Rising Star Award. The award recognizes superior achievement by a professional … of Biology and Microbiology Shelly Bayer, director of multicultural affairs for the Office of Multicultural Affairs and Accessibility Mabbitt, who embraces the challenges that come with online education, has presented on “Accessibility Tips for Invisible Barriers in Class” to numerous groups both at SDSU and beyond. She has a passion for inclusive online … manager of the SDSU Functional Genomics Core Facility for 14 years. She is responsible for the daily operations of more than 10 research instruments and helps host approximately 250 registered users. She has obtained more than a dozen extramural research fundings, including NSF MRI funding in 2021 to provide equipment and improve the genomics facility, and has …
… enrollment to its highest number in five years. Figures released by the South Dakota Board of Regents today shows total enrollment for fall 2023 at South Dakota’s largest and most comprehensive university at 11,505—the largest enrollment since 2019, when 11,518 students attended SDSU. The total enrollment includes a first-year class of 2,275 students, the third largest to enroll in SDSU … dreams and eventually move into careers that positively impact our communities and make society better for everyone,” SDSU President Barry Dunn said. “We are very excited about having the third-largest class of first-year students ever at SDSU, and to surpass an 80% retention rate for the third time in four years is amazing.” The 2,275 first-year student class …
… Academic Calendar Spring 2024 Term Jan. 8, Monday - Start Date/Instruction begins Jan. 15, Monday - Martin Luther King Day Holiday Jan. 17, Wednesday - Last day to drop or add and adjust final fees Jan. 18, … – Friday - Spring Break Mar. 29-Apr. 1, Friday – Monday - Easter Recess Apr. 2, Tuesday - Last day to drop a course Apr. 29-May 3, Monday – Friday** - Final exams May 4, Saturday - Commencement May 8, Wednesday - Grades due by midnight ** May 3 - official graduation date noted on transcript 2024 Summer Term May 6, Monday – May 24, Friday - May Interim May 27, … Friday - Last day to drop a course Nov. 11, Monday - Veterans’ Day Holiday Nov. 27-December 1, Wednesday – Sunday - Thanksgiving Recess Dec. 11, Wednesday - No classes; Final Exam Preparation Dec. 12-18, Thursday – Wednesday* - Final exams Dec. 23, Monday - Grades due by midnight *Dec. 18 – official graduation date noted on transcript Note: There is no Fall 2024 …
… SDSU commencement ceremonies back at Dacotah Bank Center South Dakota State University commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2024 will be held May 4 at the Dacotah Bank Center in Brookings. The move from campus is due to construction in Frost Arena as that facility continues its transformation into First Bank & Trust Arena. Three ceremonies will be held May 4 at 10 …
… Plan for traffic impacts on SDSU graduation day South Dakota State University is partnering with the Dacotah Bank Center to host the university’s 138th commencement May 4, and community members should be aware of increased traffic flow and patterns throughout the day near … more than 1,600 students plan to walk across the stage for their degrees. Admission to the ceremonies is ticketed due to limited seating, with six tickets issued per graduate. Doors open one hour prior to each ceremony. The Dacotah Bank Center adheres to a strict clear bag policy , and guests in violation of the policy will not be allowed entrance. Parking, …
… Etiquette for the Virtual Classroom SDSU is committed to your success as a student, whether you are in the physical or virtual classroom. Just as in your face-to-face courses, your professors and fellow classmates expect you to portray yourself in a positive manner while engaged in live Zoom sessions. Here are several easy-to-follow rules to ensure you are making the best virtual impression. Log In Using Your SDSU Credentials. If you share a computer or … Actively Engage in Classroom Discussions. It is important to engage in respectful discourse, whether that is via audio or the chat. Do not use inappropriate language. Your professor may prefer you raise your hand before speaking to avoid disruptions or to prevent multiple people talking at once; be aware of and respectful of these preferences. Avoid side …
… Academic Catalog Quality Academics. Value to Match. South Dakota State University offers a diverse academic portfolio of majors, minors and specializations. We welcome you to our community of learners and encourage you to become part of the Jackrabbit family where you can discover your dreams and achieve your goals. The Undergraduate Catalog and Graduate Catalog are the official sources of the university’s academic programs and courses. The catalogs should be used as a guide in planning a course of study and in meeting requirements for graduation. The information contained in the catalogs is the most accurate available at the time of publication, but changes may become effective before the next catalogs are published. It is ultimately the student’s responsibility to stay abreast of current regulations, curricula and the status of specific …
… Anand honored for teaching excellence By putting his own advice into action, South Dakota State University professor Sanjeev Anand has been recognized for his efforts in the classroom. Anand received the … students and three postdoctorate research associates. He attributes his success to the land-grant university system, which made him focus on the teaching side and adapt his style to accommodate different learning styles and backgrounds. He looks to empower his students so they can be successful in other classes and after graduation. That success has been noted by … the manner I want—that’s the core of my philosophy,” he continued. To do that, Anand attempts to connect with each student in his class or laboratory, regardless of there being 20 or 50 students in it. “I try to see what are their goals and thoughts and if there is a way I can meet their individual goals while achieving a common goal or learning outcome in the …